This one-of-a-kind Mid-Century Modern home in the desirable Waterbury neighborhood was designed by the original architect-owner and has been meticulously updated over the past 10 years with over $350,000 in renovations. The main floor features a reconfigured kitchen with custom cabinetry, a pantry, new appliances, mudroom, and a family room with an updated fireplace. There's also a formal sitting area with space for a grand piano, and an expansive dining area (with a custom table that stays!) that includes a dry bar. Additionally, the main level includes a bedroom and a fully updated bathroom with custom cabinetry, a heated floor, and jacuzzi tub. New patio doors off the kitchen and family room open to a stunning, spacious paver patio- perfect for relaxing under the lights or entertaining guests. Upstairs, two bedrooms each offer their own updated en suite. The finished basement features a family room, a custom wine closet, and unfinished storage space. Other updates include an upgraded electrical panel, new carpeting throughout, freshly painted trim and walls, a new retaining wall, landscaping, patio, exterior repairs, and much more- ask your agent for the full list! Don't miss this exceptional, move-in-ready home that blends timeless design with modern updates!
Sold for $650,000 on 05/30/25
$650,000
601 53rd St, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
2,169sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.31 Acres Lot
$652,400 Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$2,352 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 30, 2025 at 11:54am
Listed by:
Jessica Gilligan (515)975-4595,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Rose Green
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714922
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Wine Cellar, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,169
- Total interior livable area: 2,169 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 430
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Metal,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 135 x 105
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 09005470001000
- Zoning: n1a
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Services availability
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